Published on 26 February 2024 | Last updated on 17 December 2025 # Priority stamps: An overview of their uses and advantages ![Priority stamps: An overview of their uses and advantages](data:image/svg+xml;charset=utf8,%3Csvg xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20width='1575'%20height='780'%20viewBox='0%200%201575%20780'%20%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Priority stamps: An overview of their uses and advantages](/sites/default/files/styles/noscript_fallback/public/2025-12/1_9919afd664c98c74a5f1eeea6348dcf9_2000.jpg.webp?itok=YmfsXhK2) Priority stamps relate to the priority postal service whereby the shipped mail is given preferential treatment over regular mail. ## Why use a priority stamp? 1. **Faster delivery:** A letter with a priority stamp is usually delivered faster than regular mail. This can be useful when the speed of delivery is important. 2. **Important documents:** For important documents, such as contracts, official correspondence or other high-priority items, a priority stamp can mean that they reach the recipient faster.. 3. **Attention and careful handling:** Priority mail is generally treated with more attention and care during the delivery process, which reduces the risk of damage. 4. **Specific requirements:** In some cases, regulations may require postal items to be sent as priority mail. ## Postal rates in 2026 for letters within Belgium Bpost is increasing the postal rates for mail within Belgium in 2026. From 1 January 2026, the charge for a letter with a priority stamp will be €2,520 per item for consumers. For 5 priority stamps and over, the charge per letter falls to €2,470 [standard post](https://www.easypost.eu/en/stamping-letters) within Belgium. ![ Priority rates Bpost 2026](https://images.storychief.com/account_36355/25-6466-easypost-tarieven-eng-08_7c106e8c7f5e5cc9ca83379d7e04b081_800.png) Priority rates Bpost 2026## Save on priority stamps for domestic letters With EasyPost, **companies and government agencies** benefit from significant discounts on stamps. How? EasyPost sends considerable volumes of ready-to-ship mail to bpost on a daily basis. This enables us to offer our customers an exceptionally low postal rate. ## What are the prices of international priority stamps? To send mail abroad, you need the appropriate international stamp. There are two types of stamps for sending letters abroad: Europe, for European destinations, and Rest of the World for outside Europe. However, the prices and number of stamps required for international post vary not only based on the destination, but also on the weight and size of your letter. For example, the franking of standard letters is different from the franking of non-standard letters. ![](https://images.storychief.com/account_36355/25-6466-easypost-tarieven-eng-12_e1f308d35700955782bfb5ad29a7df23_800.png)Europe rates 2026![Rest of the world rates 2026](https://images.storychief.com/account_36355/25-6466-easypost-tarieven-eng-14_457609c7b57baa44ff4fbad48f19e184_800.png)Rest of the world rates 2026## Franking machine postal rates vs. letter collection with EasyPost Companies that send mail every day often use alternative franking methods (franking machine, PB (postpaid) number, UV number or via Collect & Stamp) or priority stamps. This mailing method will also be more expensive in 2026. If you use a franking machine for your post, you will pay **an average of 6% more** than with EasyPost. ## Take the easy way Whether you are opting for lower postal charges or for digitalisation, speak to EasyPost first. We will be happy to show you all our user-friendly options for your letters and other post without obligation. 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